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Thursday, March 21, 2013

Driver Passed Out, Turned Over Car Carrying Two Children in DWI Crash, Police Say

St. Peters Police said Shannon Stone was driving under the influence of benzodiazepines, synthetic marijuana and opiates.

A woman driving under the influence of drugs passed out and her car overturned and struck a tree with both her children inside, according to St. Peters Police. Shannon Stone, 32, of the 300 block of Windsor Place in St. Peters, was charged March 5 with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, driving while intoxicated and possession of marijuana. St. Peters Police said she had been driving erratically when she passed out on Willot Road near Carrington July 10. Police said blood tests showed she had benzodiazepines, opiates and cannabinoids--or synthetic marijuana--in her system. According to a court document, EMS workers and police officers notice she had slurred speech, slow reaction time and confusion. Both children were under …

katie

11:07 am on Friday, March 22, 2013

With kids in the car. I hope the kids are in someone else's care now. (And she is not allowed near them for quite some time).   more ›

Monday, August 20, 2012

Police: Parents Left Children Unattended at Bar While Drinking 'Large Amounts of Alcohol'

A St. Charles County couple acted with "criminal negligence" by leaving their children unattended at Lehmann's Landing Bar and Grill in Bridgeton as they drank "large amounts of alcohol," police say.

Two parents face charges for leaving their children unsupervised as they drank in a bar, police said. Jessica Allen, 28, and Daniel R. Allen, 28, both of the 1300 block of Park Ashwood Drive, just south of St. Peters in St. Charles County, were charged Aug. 2 with two counts of endangering a child. A witness called police Jan. 14 believing the children had been abandoned at Lehmann’s Landing Bar and Grill in Bridgeton, the police said in a report. Bridgeton Police said in the report the parents were drinking in an area where they could not see the 3- and 4-year-old children. Police said in the report the parents acted with “criminal negligence” by leaving the children unattended as they drank “large amounts of alcohol.” Jessica Allen told …

Monday, July 23, 2012

Man Pours Gas on House, Threatens to Burn It With Wife, Children Inside

St Peters Police said the family smelled gasoline fumes coming inside the house.

A St. Peters man poured gasoline on his wife's house Tuesday and threatened to light it with his wife and children inside. Joseph Bottini, 32, of the 800 block of Millwood Drive in St. Peters, was charged with third-degree domestic assault. The charge includes causing someone to fear personal injury. St. Peters Police said that Bottini poured gasoline on the house and doors while his wife and four children were inside. The woman and a 13-year-old child said they could smell the gasoline fumes inside the house. Bond was set at $30,000. Bottini also is banned from contacting the victims. Bottini also was charged with third-degree domestic assault in May. For more crime information on St. Peters Patch, see the following articles:

Mary

6:15 am on Tuesday, August 28, 2012

This creeper lives waaay too close! Wtf is wrong with people....   more ›

Sunday, April 24, 2011

May Children's Programs at SCCC Libraries Offer Stories, Crafts and Fun

You can meet the famous "Froggy" at many area libraries this month!

National Children's Book Week is May 2 - May 8. The St. Charles City-Country Library District suggests that you celebrate it by reading books as a family. Check out the wide variety of children's programming available at the St. Charles City-County Library District's branch libraries in May. Keep in mind that many of these programs have limits on the numbers of participants. Register early! Check with the individual libraries for more information. NORTH COUNTY BRANCH, PORTAGE DES SIOUX KATHRYN LINNEMANN BRANCH,  ST. CHARLES KISKER ROAD BRANCH, ST. CHARLES MCCLAY BRANCH, ST. CHARLES SPENCER ROAD BRANCH, ST. PETERS MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH, O'FALLON DEER RUN BRANCH, O'FALLON LIBRARY EXPRESS AT WINGHAVEN, O'FALLON CORPORATE PARKWAY BRANCH, …

Thursday, March 31, 2011

Get Out

Get Out: Crafts, Heritage, and Exploring the Wetlands

Still don't know what to do this weekend? Let us help!

You've probably seen St. Peters Patch's two planners, designed to help plan family friendly and grown-up weekend plans. Starting today we're combining the two to provide one-stop shopping for finding activities that appeal to kids and adults. Look for this new "Get Out" planner every Thursday. Each one will feature at least five fun events, destinations and activities in or around St. Peters. Sometimes we'll add a bonus item that may be a bit further afield, because there are times when  a great event is worth the drive!  COMPUTER GENEALOGY WORKSHOP EASTER MAKE-IT-TAKE-IT EVENT KNITTING FOR BEGINNERS WETLANDS FOR KIDS JUMP 4 FUN OPEN PLAY

Valerie Momeno

10:22 am on Thursday, March 31, 2011

How about the St. Peters Home & Garden Show....get ideas for your spring home projects. Plus see Clifford the Big Red Dog, child id's from the Shawn Hornbeck Foundation or a helmet fitting from Children's Hospital. This Sat & Sun at St. Peters City Hall. 636.447.3336   more ›

Saturday, March 26, 2011

Moms Talk

Moms Talk: Dealing With Bullying

Bullying has gained national attention as of late. What do you do to make sure your kids aren't the bully or the victim of bullying?

Bullying is a big deal in modern society. Seemingly every day a story of bullying is in the news—usually a victim has been pushed too far and something tragic happens. Just last week a video went viral of a longtime victim of bullying in Australia snapping and body-slamming the kid who had tormented him. One common thread of most bully stories is that the parents didn't know much about what was going on at school.  All this bully talk bring us to today's question: How can you make sure your child lets you know if he/she is being bullied? What steps can you take to help them deal with a bullying situation? More importantly, how do you make sure your child is NOT the bully? Chime in in the comments below. 

Holly Hunt

10:14 am on Saturday, March 26, 2011

We had an incident with our youngest not long ago. He told us a boy in his class was poking him, grabbing him, and saying things to him that were hurting his feelings. He told us this after we noticed bruises around his wrist and we had to pull it out of him. He said he didn't want to be a "tattle tale". We told him it was never tattling when someone is hurting you. We resolved the issue by …   more ›

Thursday, March 24, 2011

PatchCast

Daily PatchCast: Wentzville Council Approves Preliminary Tax Levy, Clayton Aldermen Approve Using Funds for Wydown Work and More

A roundup of St. Louis news headlines for Thursday.

Here are the top stories from Patch sites in your area:  

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

UPDATE: Amber Alert Canceled

Two children believed to have been abducted in Kentucky have been located.

Patch has received the following Amber Alert: UPDATE: The Amber Alert has been canceled. The juveniles were located. We have just received this important information regarding abducted children in Edmonton, KY Metcalfe County.  Kentucky State Police Headquarters is looking for a child who was last seen at 248 Jimmy Hubbard Road Edmonton, KY and is believed to be in danger. The children's names are : Authorities say that the children may be traveling in a 1997 White CHEVROLET LUMINA vehicle, with license plate: KY #843GMM . If you have any information on the whereabouts of these children please contact 18002623717 immediately.

Monday, March 21, 2011

Raising Cain: Thoughts on Motherhood

Staying In The Lines

When the kids are graded on their artistic ability, this mother has to wonder: should they be?

Art and music were two of my favorite classes when I was in elementary school. Not only did they provide a break from the monotony of math and social studies, but it was a time to get up, move, and be creative. I still remember the smell of the poster paint that followed me home after every designated art day and the way the recorder made my lips tingle when I played it in music. Most kids love it. Mine do not. Progress report time rolled around once again. I really feel they should rename these due to the fact that they only send the report home when NO progress is being made—an UNprogress report, if you will. I receive one every period from E’s music teacher with the checkmarks in the same places: will not sit still, does not respect …

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Holly Hunt

12:09 pm on Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Stacey- I'm so sorry this happened to your daughter. Unfortunately it seems to be the norm and not the exception. The schools, especially the elementary schools, should be helping instill confidence in kids. I'm sure her snowman was beautiful!   more ›

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

Grab & Go Kids Planner

Grab and Go Kids Planner: Plays, Sales, the Circus and More

Events and activities include free and budget-friendly options.

Looking for something fun and different to do with the kids/family this week in St. Peters? Look no further! We’ve got some ideas right here. MOOLAH SHRINE CIRCUS CRAFT FAIR AND RUMMAGE SALE

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